Reims

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Key Facts about Reims

Reims Cathedral:

1. Reims (sometimes spelled as "Rheims" in English) is a city in the Champagne-Ardenne region of France.
   
   
2. Reims is located about 90 miles (144 kilometers) to the East-Northeast of Paris.
   
   
3. As of the 1999 census, Reims had a population of 187,206, with 291,375 people living in the metropolitan area.
   
   
4. People from Reims are known as Rémois (males) or Rémoises (females).
   
   
5. Reims is believed to have originally founded by a tribe of Gauls known as the Remi, in around 80 BCE.
   
   
6. During Julius Caesar's conquest of Gaul, the Remi allied themselves with the Romans, and thus gained special favor from the Roman Empire.
   
   
7. During the barbarian invasions of the Roman Empire in the 5th century, Reims was attacked by the Vandals (in 406), and by Attila the Hun (in 451).
   
   
8. Evidence of Reims' Roman history can be seen in the Mars Gate (French: Porte de Mars). This is a triumphal arch dating from the 3rd century, and is 108 feet (32 meters) in length by 43 feet (13 meters) in height. The Mars Gate was the widest arch in the Roman world.
   
   
9. Christianity has been established in Reims since at least 260, and Reims was the site where King Clovis I of the Franks converted to Christianity.
   
   
10. The archbishop of Reims consecrated the Kings of France for many centuries, from Philippe II Augustus (anointed in 1179) to Charles X (anointed in 1825).
    
    
11. Reims is the site of Reims Cathedral, the place where French Kings were traditionally crowned (it served a similar role to Westminster Abbey in the United Kingdom).

Attractions and Places of Interest in Reims

• Reims Cathedral

Weather in Reims

• BBC Weather forecast for Reims, France

Books about Reims

Reims Travel Guide, France: Information Tourism By Leon Shaw Independently Published Released: December 3rd, 2019 Paperback (134 pages) Lowest New Price: $29.00* In Stock* *(As of 22:27 Pacific 30 Nov 2023 More Info) Click Here Description: Reims Travel Guide, France: Information Tourism Manufacturer: Independently published Brand: Independently Published ISBN: 1670969371 EAN: 9781670969378 Details: Paperback Number of Pages: 134 Author: Leon Shaw Publication Date: December 3rd, 2019 Release Date: December 3rd, 2019 Physical Description: Size: 8.0 inches by 5.0 inches by 0.34 inches Weight: 0.33951188348 pounds Click here for more information

Travel Guide To Reims 2023: Wanderlust unleashed : Unveiling hidden gems and inspiring adventure By Nancy Wright Independently published Released: July 21st, 2023 Paperback (87 pages) Lowest New Price: $13.99* In Stock* *(As of 22:27 Pacific 30 Nov 2023 More Info) Click Here Description: Travel Guide To Reims 2023: Wanderlust unleashed : Unveiling hidden gems and inspiring adventure Manufacturer: Independently published EAN: 9798853105300 Details: Paperback Number of Pages: 87 Author: Nancy Wright Publication Date: July 21st, 2023 Release Date: July 21st, 2023 Physical Description: Size: 8.5 inches by 5.5 inches by 0.2 inches Weight: 0.24912235606 pounds Click here for more information

Reims Travel Tips (France): Discover the most up-to-date and amazing places to explore in Reims, along with current information and guides on when to go, ... Cities in France and Italy) By Hudson Miles Kindle Edition (57 pages) Lowest New Price: $5.99* Available for download now* *(As of 22:27 Pacific 30 Nov 2023 More Info) Click Here Description: Reims Travel Tips (France): Discover the most up-to-date and amazing places to explore in Reims, along with current information and guides on when to go, ... Cities in France and Italy) Details: Kindle Edition Format: Kindle eBook Number of Pages: 57 Author: Hudson Miles Click here for more information

Reims, Grand Est, France Travel Guide By Raphael Gregory Lavigne Kindle Edition (70 pages) Lowest New Price: $9.99* Available for download now* *(As of 22:27 Pacific 30 Nov 2023 More Info) Click Here Description: Reims, Grand Est, France Travel Guide Details: Kindle Edition Format: Kindle eBook Number of Pages: 70 Author: Raphael Gregory Lavigne Click here for more information

Travel Guide To Reims 2023: The traveler's trail : from dream to destination By Jimmy Higgins Independently published Released: September 18th, 2023 Paperback (135 pages) Lowest New Price: $14.00* In Stock* *(As of 22:27 Pacific 30 Nov 2023 More Info) Click Here Description: Travel Guide To Reims 2023: The traveler's trail : from dream to destination Manufacturer: Independently published EAN: 9798861816168 Details: Paperback Number of Pages: 135 Author: Jimmy Higgins Publication Date: September 18th, 2023 Release Date: September 18th, 2023 Physical Description: Size: 8.5 inches by 5.5 inches by 0.31 inches Click here for more information

Reims: 6x9 Lined Journal | Memory Book | Travel Journal | Diary To Record Your Thoughts | Graduation Gift | Teacher Gifts | Neon Map | For People Who Love To Travel | Reims France By Travel World Map Journals Independently published Released: November 6th, 2020 Paperback (120 pages) Lowest New Price: $5.99* In Stock* *(As of 22:27 Pacific 30 Nov 2023 More Info) Click Here Description: Reims: 6x9 Lined Journal | Memory Book | Travel Journal | Diary To Record Your Thoughts | Graduation Gift | Teacher Gifts | Neon Map | For People Who Love To Travel | Reims France Manufacturer: Independently published EAN: 9798560128524 Details: Paperback Number of Pages: 120 Author: Travel World Map Journals Publication Date: November 6th, 2020 Release Date: November 6th, 2020 Physical Description: Size: 9.0 inches by 6.0 inches by 0.28 Inches Click here for more information

The Champagne Region of France (including Reims & Epernay) Travel Guide - Sightseeing, Hotel, Restaurant & Shopping Highlights (Illustrated) By Jason Russell Kindle Edition (38 pages) Lowest New Price: $3.99* Available for download now* *(As of 22:27 Pacific 30 Nov 2023 More Info) Click Here Description: The Champagne Region of France (including Reims & Epernay) Travel Guide - Sightseeing, Hotel, Restaurant & Shopping Highlights (Illustrated) Details: Kindle Edition Format: Kindle eBook Number of Pages: 38 Author: Jason Russell Click here for more information

Reims Write and Draw Travel Journal: Use This Small Travelers Journal for Writing,Drawings and Photos to Create a Lasting Travel Memory Keepsake (A5 ... Travelling Journal,Reims Travel Book) By Travel Memories CreateSpace Independent Publishing Platform Released: July 30th, 2018 Paperback (120 pages) Lowest New Price: $9.20* In Stock* *(As of 22:27 Pacific 30 Nov 2023 More Info) Click Here Description: Reims Write and Draw Travel Journal: Use This Small Travelers Journal for Writing,Drawings and Photos to Create a Lasting Travel Memory Keepsake (A5 ... Travelling Journal,Reims Travel Book) Manufacturer: CreateSpace Independent Publishing Platform ISBN: 172451380X EAN: 9781724513809 Details: Paperback Number of Pages: 120 Author: Travel Memories Publication Date: July 30th, 2018 Release Date: July 30th, 2018 Physical Description: Size: 8.0 inches by 5.0 inches by 0.3 inches Weight: 0.3 pounds Click here for more information